US Bridges

FAP 1 over Branch

Fair

Grainger County, Tennessee · 1.2 M NW of Clinch Mtn · Structure no. 29SR0010007

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,076
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 1 over Branch in Grainger County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,076 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,122 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 M NW of Clinch Mtn
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyGrainger County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.21282, -83.64867
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,076 (2021)
Projected traffic8,122 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$356,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Branch carry?

About 5,076 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.